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*** Another milestone... ***
The first time that Benjamin took a step was amazing. The first time he was able to hold his spoon and put food in his mouth was a joy. The first time he told us that he needed to potty was reason to throw a celebration. Now, he has attained another milestone...
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*** Toys and Time ***
Today, we decided to stop by the local Toys R Us. As usual, Benjamin ran to the back of the store to try out all of the trikes. However, he was eyeing the bikes and wanted to try one on for size. To my surprise, he hopped on and was soon pedaling down the aisle.
It is simply amazing to think at how quickly time passes. I decided to pull out my archives of photos and see what was happening a year ago. Benjamin was thrilled to sit on a friend's rocking horse and pretend to ride. He wasn't pedaling a trike yet, and he spent a lot of time pointing and saying "Daaaa" or "Ma Ma".
A few weeks ago, it was a day for just Benjamin and Dad together. I decided to take him to see Toy Story 3. I didn't realize how much it would pull at my heart strings. It reminded me of something profound that I read just before Benjamin was born, "Our children only have one childhood and it is up to parents how it turns out."
We do all we can to make sure that Benjamin is having the best possible childhood he can. We both agree that no matter what happens, Benjamin will know that he is loved.
A wonderful friend said that the goal of parents should be to ensure that we teach our children to be self-sufficient and that hardship is as much a part of life as breathing. That is some very good advice that we will try to follow.
It is simply amazing to think at how quickly time passes. I decided to pull out my archives of photos and see what was happening a year ago. Benjamin was thrilled to sit on a friend's rocking horse and pretend to ride. He wasn't pedaling a trike yet, and he spent a lot of time pointing and saying "Daaaa" or "Ma Ma".
A few weeks ago, it was a day for just Benjamin and Dad together. I decided to take him to see Toy Story 3. I didn't realize how much it would pull at my heart strings. It reminded me of something profound that I read just before Benjamin was born, "Our children only have one childhood and it is up to parents how it turns out."
We do all we can to make sure that Benjamin is having the best possible childhood he can. We both agree that no matter what happens, Benjamin will know that he is loved.
A wonderful friend said that the goal of parents should be to ensure that we teach our children to be self-sufficient and that hardship is as much a part of life as breathing. That is some very good advice that we will try to follow.
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*** Cool Machines ***
Once again the Android phone came out and I captured both photos and videos. So the same disclaimer comes with this post...please excuse the shaky hand, I hadn't eaten lunch yet.
We were shopping at Walmart and noticed across the street at Lowes, a fire truck and helicopter in the parking lot. After shopping, we decided to wander over and see what the deal was.
For Benjamin, this was a little boy's dream. Able to climb in and around a real fire truck, ambulance, tow truck, and the best of all, a helicopter.
We were shopping at Walmart and noticed across the street at Lowes, a fire truck and helicopter in the parking lot. After shopping, we decided to wander over and see what the deal was.
For Benjamin, this was a little boy's dream. Able to climb in and around a real fire truck, ambulance, tow truck, and the best of all, a helicopter.
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*** 2B2 (and a half) ***
We recently went to the park, just dad and Benjamin. While there, I decided to pull out my new Android phone and break in the video app.
I apologize in advance for the quality of the video if it makes you feel "Blairwitchyesque" in any way. A deliberate attempt was made to keep my cell phone as steady as humanly possible. Maybe I need a steadycell...is there a market for that?
Benjamin was having a grand time on this wonderful autumn day.
I apologize in advance for the quality of the video if it makes you feel "Blairwitchyesque" in any way. A deliberate attempt was made to keep my cell phone as steady as humanly possible. Maybe I need a steadycell...is there a market for that?
Benjamin was having a grand time on this wonderful autumn day.
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